Cooking began at 10 a.m and ended with the judging at 4 p.m. Judges were: Elks District Deputy Grand Exalted Ruler Greg Bose of Alamogordo, his auditor, Chuck Bose of Las Cruces, and his Esquire Jim Brannon from Truth or Consequences.

First place – a trophy and $125 – went to the Smokin' Qs, a team headed by Frank Quarrell. The team consisted of Becky Armendariz and Mel Quarrell.

Second place was Sancho Section, headed by Javier Gallosa. Second place received a trophy and $75. The team consisted of Penny and Javier Gallosa and Ernie and Antoinette Arrey.

Third place also received a trophy and $50. That team was Desert Smoke Company, headed by Jason Jackson. His team member was Jose Giron.

There was also a salsa competition. Penny Gallosa was the winner and received a trophy and $40.

Ribs were sold, and almost 50 plates were served, raising over $400 for the Deming Elks annual Kids Christmas Bingo, an event open to the community. Kids Bingo has been scheduled for Dec. 13.

"There was a lot going on during the weekend, and many potential teams were hunting. While turnout was not as good as last year," said George Torres, Deming Elks exalted ruler. "Those who attended had a good time while helping to raise money for Kid's Bingo."